WIR R&B Festival

Adults are $10 and Kids are $5.

We hope do hope you enjoy the ride!

Rules of the tour:

1. Have fun with the staff and the riders. Ask a question or two!
2. Pick your date and time for the respective tour.
3. Everyone must wear a life jacket and remain seated while on the boat.
4. Please keep all hands and arms inside the boat at all times.
5. Please remain seated while the tour is in progress.
6. If an emergency arises, remain calm and alert the captain.
7. Children under 12 must be accompanied by and adult or chaperone.
8. Childen under 3 are prohibited

Idlewild became a mecca for Black people, entertainers, and more. Idlewild, known as Black Eden, was in a sense, a Black Wall Street or Martha’s Vineyard in the state of Michigan. People from all walks of life accessed Idlewild and continue to do so until this day. Idlewild, with its pristine lakes and vibrant spirit, is a gem in the Manistee National Forest. All who visit find a reason to come and stay a while in Idlewild!

The map provided to you is courtesy of the Western Michigan University Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, is the result of the experiential learning through the Lee Honors College Study in the States Program and generous funding by the WMU Experience Driven Learning Grant.